Soy sauce imports in the United Arab Emirates: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates imported soy sauce worth $9.6 million (7.5 thousand tonnes). Its share of world imports was 1%. That is 23% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 20% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9.6M | 7.5K t |
| 2023 | $7.8M | 5.6K t |
| 2022 | $8.6M | 6.6K t |
| 2021 | $6.1M | 5.0K t |
| 2020 | $5.7M | 4.3K t |
| 2019 | $6.6M | 4.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.6M | 4.9K t |
| 2017 | $2.8M | 2.1K t |
Where the United Arab Emirates imports soy sauce from
The largest suppliers were Philippines (29%), China (21%), Singapore (20%). Among the main suppliers, Philippines grew fastest (+148% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Philippines | $2.8M | 29% |
| China | $2.0M | 21% |
| Singapore | $2.0M | 20% |
| Japan | $1.1M | 12% |
| Indonesia | $716K | 7.4% |
| India | $264K | 2.7% |
| Thailand | $244K | 2.5% |
| Hong Kong | $205K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $98K | 1% |
| South Korea | $67K | 0.7% |
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.28 per kg, 24% below the world average of $1.69, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Soy sauce exports from the United Arab Emirates
In 2024, the United Arab Emirates exported soy sauce worth $531 thousand (557 tonnes). The largest buyer markets were Seychelles (25%), Nigeria (14%), Qatar (11%). Trade is spread widely: the top three buyer markets together make up only 49%. Among the main buyer markets, Nigeria grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
Who is behind these numbers in the United Arab Emirates?
The shipment records behind United Arab Emirates soy sauce imports (HS 2103.10): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2103.10: Sauces: soya.
Common questions
What is the value of soy sauce imported by the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates imported soy sauce worth $9.6 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 7.5 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 28th of 219 countries worldwide, with 1% of world imports. The value was up 23% on 2023.
Which countries supply soy sauce to the United Arab Emirates?
The Philippines was the largest supplier with 29% of the value ($2.8 million), followed by China (21%) and Singapore (20%). The top three together account for 70%, out of 31 supplier countries in total. The Philippines grew fastest among the top ten, up 148% on the year.
What is the average import price of soy sauce per kg?
The average declared import value was about $1.28 per kg in 2024, 24% below the world average of $1.69 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have imports of soy sauce to the United Arab Emirates changed since 2017?
Imports went from $2.8 million in 2017 to $9.6 million in 2024, an increase of 248%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $6.6 million a year.
Does the United Arab Emirates also export soy sauce?
Yes. The United Arab Emirates exported $531 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the Seychelles, Nigeria and Qatar. On balance the United Arab Emirates is a net importer of this product, by about $9.1 million a year.
What is the HS code for soy sauce?
The HS code for soy sauce is subheading 2103.10. It sits in HS chapter 21 (miscellaneous edible preparations). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2103 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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